Tara Donnelly is Canstar Blue’s Utilities Editor, leading the team that focuses on energy, telecommunications and consumer technology, across news, reviews and how-tos. Tara has spent more than a decade covering these topics in Australia, the US and Canada, which means she’s written about countless product launches and industry changes, including the rise of 5G, Australia’s ongoing NBN rollout, the recent years of energy price volatility and the rise of renewable energy sources.
Tara also has long experience in writing within the comparison industry, giving her great insights into the information consumers want when determining which plan or device will best meet their needs, while time spent in the financial sector before turning her talent to content lets her crunch the numbers on price with ease. Tara leads the coverage of Canstar Blue’s ratings and awards for the internet and phone sectors and is an expert at advising consumers on how to use comparison tools to find the best power, internet or phone deal.
Her expertise has seen her appear in national media including 9 News, 7 News, Sunrise, the ABC and The Sydney Morning Herald.
Tara has a Bachelor of Communications from the University of Canberra and is passionate about simplifying complex subjects so consumers aren’t just informed, they’re connected and confident.
Posted by February 2nd 2024
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Posted by April 16th 2024
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Posted by March 1st 2023
Victorian households will soon be eligible for a second round of much-needed energy bill relief, just in time for the expensive winter heating season. The Victorian Government has brought back its $250 Power Saving Bonus, which …
Posted by September 21st 2023
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Posted by February 23rd 2023
The NBN may be the most popular broadband network in Australia, but it's not necessarily the fastest, especially if you're in an apartment or stuck with a slower technology type. That's where independent networks such …
Posted by February 2nd 2024
The Australian Government is partnering with NBN Co to offer thousands of low-income Aussie families a free NBN plan for a full 12 months. Labor's School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI) will be open to up to …
Posted by February 14th 2023
What exactly is 4G mobile data, and why is it better than 3G? Find out about the future of mobile data and how it works with Canstar Blue.
Posted by April 13th 2023
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Posted by July 4th 2023
Compare Telstra SIM Only postpaid plans with providers like Optus and Vodafone in this Canstar Blue review. All Telstra postpaid SIM Only plans listed.
Posted by January 24th 2023
Vodafone has made sweeping changes to its postpaid mobile plans, streamlining its range down to three selections and scrapping its premium unlimited data offer completely. The telco’s new SIM-only postpaid range is live from today, and …